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The Perfect Cheese Board
When hosting friends for afternoon cocktails or a full-fledged dinner, one of the simplest and most well-received hors d’eurveues is a charcuterie and cheese plate. It allows guests to sample a range of flavors and textures. Since little preparation is needed, it is a staple of mine.
To create a compelling presentation, it is important to offer a variety of colors, shapes, flavors and textures. As many have dietary needs, it also gives a greater chance there will be something for everyone. Below is a list of what I like to use when creating a board.
Charcuterie-Offer 2-3 selections. I like prosciutto, pancetta or salami
Cheese-Select a range of textures and flavors. Favorites include robiola, manchego, chevre, gouda, aged parmesan, blue and camembert.
Roasted Peppers-Using both red and yellow gives your plate a pop of color.
Olives-Many grocery stores now offer olive bars, try to include 3-4 varieties.
Nuts-Marcona almonds, walnuts, pistachios and roasted almonds are all crowd-pleasing options.
Bread & Crackers-I use a French baguette, sliced. Rosemary crackers, crostini or water crackers are other options.
Other items I like to include are olive oil, sea salt, cornichons, figs, and sliced pears.
Hope you and your guests enjoy!
Bisous,
Rebecca